Monroeville, PA – State Senator Nick Pisciottano (D-Allegheny) today announced $686,000 in state grant funding to support public safety, infrastructure improvement, and parks and recreation projects across Allegheny County communities he represents.
“These investments will strengthen public safety, enhance community spaces, and ensure our local communities and emergency responders have the tools they need to serve residents,” said Senator Pisciottano.
The following grants were awarded:
- Duquesne – $100,000 for pavilions and spray park (with Rep. Goughnour)
- McKeesport – $80,000 for excavator (with Rep. Goughnour)
- Elizabeth Township Fire Department – $65,000 for mechanical chest compression device and AED (with Rep. Kuzma)
- Wilmerding – $62,000 for community center pool repairs (with Rep. Markosek)
- Elizabeth Borough Volunteer Fire Company – $56,000 for Ford Expedition (with Rep. Kuzma)
- Baldwin Volunteer Fire Rescue – $52,000 for public relations and fire prevention trailer (with Rep. Inglis)
- West Homestead Volunteer Fire Department – $52,000 for gear, uniforms, and station equipment (with Rep. Goughnour)
- McKeesport Police Department – $35,000 for drone (with Rep. Goughnour)
- Elizabeth Township Sportsmen Association – $30,000 for clubhouse upgrades (with Rep. Kuzma)
- Glassport Police Department – $27,000 for security cameras and public safety equipment (with Rep. Inglis)
- West Mifflin #3 Volunteer Fire Company – $27,000 for equipment (with Rep. Inglis)
- Homestead – $25,000 for traffic security cameras (with Rep. Goughnour)
- McKeesport Baseball Association – $25,000 for equipment (with Rep. Goughnour)
- Plum Borough Community Library – $25,000 for literacy development outreach program (with Reps. Markosek & McAndrew)
- White Oak EMS – $25,000 for cardiac monitors (with Rep. Goughnour)
Senator Pisciottano also thanked State Representatives Dan Goughnour, John Inglis, Brandon Markosek, Joe McAndrew, and Andrew Kuzma for their roles in bringing these funds back to Allegheny County, noting their partnerships in advocating for projects that deliver benefits to residents.